Connectors sold with solar panels
CPSC Recall #17-736 — March 28, 2017
Product
Connectors sold with solar panels
Description
This recall involves Amphenol UTX PV model connectors sold with solar panels. The electrical connectors are used to connect various types of photovoltaic solar panels to the electrical connection system. The connectors have a black plastic exterior with “Amphenol” and “UTX PV” stamped on the end. They consist of a male pin on one end and a female socket on the other end.
Hazard
The connectors that are attached to the solar panels can develop microscopic cracks that allow moisture to leak into them while the system is producing electricity, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact SolarWorld for a free replacement connector. SolarWorld has contacted all purchasers of this product directly.
Units Affected
About 97,000
Sold At
Solar panel installers nationwide from November 2016 through December 2016 for about $330 per solar panel with the connectors.
Manufacturer
Amphenol Industrial Solar Technologies, of Shenzhen, China (connectors) and SolarWorld Americas Inc., of Hillsboro, Ore. (solar panels)
Manufactured In
China (connectors), U.S. (solar panels)